Discover Mali 8-days

Day 1: Bamako, Mali

Arrive Bamako, you will be met, assisted and transferred to your hotel. Today’s activities will be determined based on your arrival time. You may relax and unwind or start the tour of Bamako and vicinity.

Day 2: Bamako – Segou – Djenne

After breakfast, drive to Djenne. En-route stop in Ségou, visit the port, the traditional weavers and other artisans Visit Sekoro, the former capital of the Bambara Kingdom and pass by the tomb of King Biton Coulibaly. Continue to Djenne for overnight.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

Overnight at Camp Djenne

Day 3: Djenne – Mopti

After breakfast, visit the magnificent Grand Mosque, the world’s largest mud brick structure, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Late afternoon drive to Mopti. In the evening enjoy a sunset sail on the Niger River in a traditional Pinasse.

Day 5: Dogon Country

After breakfast, visit the village of Banani then continue to the villages of Ireli and Amani, site of a sanctuary for crocodiles which are sacred to the Dogon people. Visit the villages on the edge of the Bandiagara Cliff. Continue to Bandiagara for overnight.

Day 8: Bamako/ Depart

After breakfast, morning tour of Bamako: start at Point G which provides a panoramic view of the city. Continue to the National Museum, and the Central Market. Together with your driver and guide decide on your final activities and excursions before you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.